Atty. Ronald John McGaw

Atty. Ronald John McGaw

Ronald John McGaw is a lawyer practicing family, landlord & tenant, dui & dwi and 2 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Poughkeepsie Poughkeepsie 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Ronald John McGaw at a glance

Ronald John McGaw is a Member based in Poughkeepsie, New York, practicing at The Law Offices of Ronald J. McGaw, Esq.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, trademark, criminal defense, family law, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and New York registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1988). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1987) and San Jose State University (B.A., 1982). Active member of Dutchess County and American Bar Associations New York Intellectual Property Law Association International Trademark Association. Serands clients in Poughkeepsie, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ronald John McGaw is a lawyer practicing family, landlord & tenant, dui & dwi and 2 other areas of law
  • Ronald received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Ronald practices at The Law Offices of Ronald J. McGaw, Esq. in Poughkeepsie, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Ronald John McGaw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ronald John McGaw handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Trademark Law

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Landlord & Tenant

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Poughkeepsie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ronald John McGaw

Where is Ronald John McGaw's law office located?
Ronald John McGaw's law practice is located in Poughkeepsie, New York. The firm is The Law Offices of Ronald J. McGaw, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ronald John McGaw handle?
Ronald John McGaw focuses on dui/dwi, trademark, criminal defense, family law, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Ronald John McGaw practiced law?
Ronald John McGaw has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Ronald John McGaw go to law school?
Ronald John McGaw earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Ronald John McGaw for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1987
B.A.
San Jose State University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
New York registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1988

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